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Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Westfield Kotara

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
290 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown, NSW, 2290
  • Popular LocationWestfield Kotara3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlackbutt Reserve5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn Hunter Hospital7 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)32 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 775 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Mercure Charlestown
Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, (1000)
The price is $95
per night
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Mercure Charlestown

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Charlestown stay.Your stay at this Charlestown hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Westfield Kotara and Blackbutt Reserve. Also, Dudley Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and John Hunter Hospital is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Square - 10 min walk
  • Westfield Kotara - 3 min drive
  • Blackbutt Reserve - 5 min drive
  • John Hunter Hospital - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Roll'd - 13 min walk
  • Vistana Malaysia Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Muffin Break - 14 min walk
  • The Mattara Hotel - 8 min walk
  • Grill'd - 13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel near Westfield Kotara
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 4 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Cantonese), English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 8 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 300.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 8–25 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

This property hosts weddings on the weekends. Guests should expect a high level of noise until 11 PM.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Apollo International Hotel
Plus Apollo Hotel Charlestown
Best Western Plus Apollo International Charlestown
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel Charlestown
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel Charlestown
Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel Hotel Charlestown

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel is 20 mi (33-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel on May 19, 2024 start from $83.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (11-min drive) from Dudley Beach and 4 mi (8-min drive) from Merewether Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 8 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel have a restaurant?

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel is home to Babbingtons Bar and Grill, which features international cuisine and garden views.

Does Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel to downtown Newcastle?

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel is 5.1 mi away from Newcastle.

Best Western Plus Apollo International Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Allen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pool was freezing. It was the middle of summer. Room service food was excellent and very reasonably priced and delivered promptly. Property was immaculate and service excellent. Staff very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Diorne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rocky recovery
Everything was fine up until I got violently ill after eating at the restaurant Babbingtons. Everything else about the stay was great but the hotel management did not offer to waive the dinner fee even after I was sick.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bit remote for dining places
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kieran

Liked: Staff & service
Cleanliness and facilities e.g. Bedding and towels. However, the staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and tidy, easy parking. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Faraz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Definitely recommended to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time to visit, nice place to stay, staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024